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Kommet, ihr Hirten
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
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Kommet, ihr Hirten — Lyrics
Kommet, ihr Hirten,
Ihr Männer und Fraun!
Kommet, das liebliche
Kindlein zu schaun!
Christus, der Herr,
Ist heute geboren,
Den Gott zum Heiland
Euch hat erkoren.
Fürchtet euch nicht!
Lasset uns sehen
In Bethlehems Stall,
Was uns verheißen
Der himmlische Schall!
Was wir dort finden,
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About Kommet, ihr Hirten
Kommet, ihr Hirten is a traditional German carol whose text recounts the biblical story of the shepherds visiting the newborn Jesus in Bethlehem. The lyrics urge listeners to come and see the lovely child, heralding the birth of Christ the Lord, whom God has chosen as their savior. They are encouraged not to fear, but to go to the stable and share the good news of the heavenly announcement. The music invites the choir to praise this event in devout ways, with a joyful Halleluja. The final verse emphasizes the angels' proclamation of great joy to the shepherds, announcing peace on earth and good will to all mankind. This SATB setting brings this familiar Christmas narrative to life.
